TRIP PREPERATION & ASSESSMENT TASK

WEATHER
There is no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather. There is no such thing as bad weather, Only bad clothing. Bureau of Meteorology website at http://www.bom.gov.au

WEATHER
HIGHS - Highs are generally GOOD - Clear sky, little wind, settled weather LOWS - Say goodbye to the sunny skies ! - Say hello to likelihood of stronger winds and rain - Rain, showers or strong winds usually associated with Lows.

WEATHER FRONTS
Front = zone of transition between two air masses Cold front: cold air advances front: under warm air Steep slope; heavy rain Warm front: warm air front: advances over cold air. Slope of front gentle. Rainfall light & widespread.

How to be a better participant

Reactive
- Reactive people often affected by their PHYSICAL environment. Eg. Weather: - Weather affects their attitude and performance.

Proactive
Proactive people take their weather with them. - If their value is to enjoy themselves or to be an effective participant then the weather is irrelevant. - I know it s pissin rain, but what a great day

Some guesses as to an effective participant.

TRIP OUTLINE
Introductory Overnight Trip - Mt Kooyoora. Kooyoora. Fri 4th Sat 5th of June
Leave school at 2.00pm Arrive back at school at 6.30pm

3 Day Journey - Bogong High Plains. Fri 11th Sun 13th of June
Leave school at 6.30am Arrive back at school at 5.30pm

What to Bring
Equipment List:List:Gear Provided by the school: Tents Packs Jackets Maps Compass Stoves

What to Bring
BASIC OVERNIGHT LIST TO WEAR/BRING: WEAR/BRING: Hike Boots/Runners, Outdoor Socks Shorts or track pants NO JEANS Hike Shirt Wool jumper/Polar Fleece Sunhat Sunglasses Whistle

What to Bring
HIKE PACK: S PACK THE FOLLOWING IN YOUR HIKE PACK INSIDE THE PACK LINER: Sleeping Bag Sleeping Bag Liner Sleeping Mat S Spare set of clothes- Undies, Socks, Long pants clothesExtra jumper or fibrepile Thermal top and botto Waterproof Overpants (near the top depending upon the weather) S Hygiene kits (Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Sanitary requirements.) Woollen Beanie or Sunhat Woollen Gloves Torch and Spare batteries Camera Insect Repellent (optional, share one per group) Toilet paper

What to Bring
CLOSE THE PACK LINER AND PACK THE FOLLOWING: Tent (between 2) S Stove (between 2) S Fuel Bottle (between 2) S Water 4lt Knife, Fork, Spoon, Bowl and Mug Matches or lighter (Waterproof) Journal/Diary (in zip lock bag in the zip pocket in the lid of the pack)

What to Bring
FOOD: Your Individual and Group food. TO BE PACKED NEAR THE TOP OF THE PACK, EASILY ACCESSIBLE: Waterproof Jacket S GROUP GEAR: First Aid Kit S Trowel S Compass S Hygiene Kit S S = School can supply Food: - Students are required to provide/prepare and carry their own lightweight bushwalking food as studied in class for the duration of the trip. A small amount of money may be brought for take-away type meals during breaks on the bus journey. take-

Route Plan
Refer to Map Handouts

Safety management
Inappropriate Behaviour Sun burn Lost Person Gastro Physical Exhaustion Low Energy Levels Snake Bites Falling Branch Limbs Falling Rocks Bushfires Excessive Rain Slipping on Rocks Electrical Storms Hot Conditions Stove Burns Stove Fires Inadequate Shelters Blisters Hypothermia

Recommended Foods
Refer to Appendix 2 Handout. Sample food list

Ideas?

Minimal Impact

Discuss

Assessment
Assessment Task Due Date: 18th of June Journal/Nature Diary
Individually you will be required to record observations and reflections. The processing of this experience is a powerful way to accelerate learning. You will be required to make daily recordings in your trip journals.

Assessment
OES Journal/Nature Diary 1. Describe the environment you are in? You must refer to the following: - Season - Weather - Comparing pre-trip forecast from BOM to your weather experience on prethe trip. - Flora & fauna - Other features evident in the landscape. How do they shape your journey or landscape. route? What impact did they have on your experience? 2. Using a digital camera, you are to record and describe some of the short term changes you have observed during your practical experience. Example: Coastal Tide, Arid Day-Night DayAlpine Fire

Assessment
3. With use of field guides, provide at least 1 of the following for each environment visited: - Annotated sketch (flora & fauna). - Digital photo (flora & fauna). - Vegetation strata. 4. What aspects of the environment did you enjoy or were meaningful for you, and why? 5. Were there any limitations that you found affected your learning about the environment visited? 6. What would you change for next trip? (food, clothing, equipment?)

Readings
Bushwalking and ski touring leadership Pace and Rhythm in walking and skiing Pg 45-46 45Party management and communication Pg 47-49 47Practical navigation Pg 54-59 54Campfires and huts Pg 60-62 60Walking in dry hot conditions Pg 80-85 80Understanding the weather Pg 90-100 90The effects of cold and heat Pg 107-111 107Low impact use of walking and skiing areas Pg 128-132 128Diet and rationing 140-146 140Lost people or parties Pg 207-208 207Appendix 1 Pg 305-311 305-